Ravioli with Pumpkin Alfredo Sauce

 Ingredients:

1 package ravioli
1 tablespoon butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
cremini or shiitake mushrooms (optional)
2 tablespoons flour
2/3 cup milk (and/or cream)
1/2 cup pumpkin puree
a few leaves of sage, thinly sliced
chicken flavored stock
salt and black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup walnuts, toasted
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
1/3 cup shredded parmesan
3 tablespoons parsley, chopped

Cook the ravioli and set aside.

Cook the garlic in the butter and add the nutmeg and mushrooms. Cook for a few minutes and add the flour. Cook the flour for about 30 seconds and gradually add the milk until a thick sauce forms. When desired consistency is reached, add the pumpkin, sage, and stock until desired consistency is reached. Season with salt and pepper. When sauce comes to a simmer, add the nuts, cheese, ravioli, and parsley.